New 
Business Planner
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Texas, Irving | |
| 7000 State Highway 161 (Show on map) | |
 Jan 31, 2025 | |
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OverviewWhat our team offers:The Azure, Windows, and Industry Monetization ("AWIM") organization is a big picture team at our core that encourages a diverse and inclusive culture. We are respectful, collaborative, honest, accountable, and caring. Employees on the team can expect to have opportunities to grow their own experiences and career while shaping the future of the major businesses with data-informed strategies. Our team is seeking to add a Business Planner. We are growth strategists who enable the Microsoft mission by creating durable profit growth through high-impact monetization strategies, packaging, and pricing. Our charter is significant and spans key growth engines for the company including all Azure solution areas, Windows client and cloud offerings, and our Education and industry offerings and programs. What I will do for you as your manager:* Champion your success within the team and with leadership* Provide opportunities to gain new experiences and build on your strengths* Support who you are as your authentic self* Make your career development a consistent priority How you can make an impact:You'll be working in the Azure, Windows, and Industry Monetization organization in the group that is focused on global Azure growth and yield management. We are looking for a business planning leader to develop business strategies, compelling monetization approaches, and effective packaging and pricing approaches to capture mindshare and create profitable growth.Your role will focus on the end-to-end execution of Azure global growth strategies, starting with regional pricing determination and launch execution, yield management and revenue optimization. This work will build on and connect to the broader Azure product strategic initiatives while managing regional portfolio. You will collaborate deeply with Microsoft engineering, marketing, finance and sales teams to deliver growth for the business. You will uphold the highest standards of ethics, privacy, and trustworthiness in your work. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, andthe campaign work you will lead in this role is key to helping Microsoft fulfill its mission. Come join this team and hundreds of colleagues across the world as the newest members of the Microsoft Communications organization!
ResponsibilitiesDrive monetization strategy and new business models for Microsoft Azure regions.Implement and optimize competitive business models and pricing.Create promotional offers to create sales opportunities and facilitate competitive wins.Develop market and customer insights to formulate business model recommendations.Identify pricing and licensing optimization opportunities by interacting closely with partners, sellers, and customers.Create business model proposals, present them to senior leadership and drive cross-functional alignment.Collaborate with pricing operations to implement business models and pricing.Contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture within your team and at Microsoft.Embody our culture and values. | |